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Introducing AI Journalism Fellowship Program West Africa Cohort of 2024
We are delighted to announce the 2024 cohort of the AI Journalism Fellowship Program West Africa, conducted by FactCheckAfrica and…
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The Ripple Effect of Misinformation from Social Media to Street Violence: The Southport Stabbings and the Rise of Social Media-Driven Riots
“In an age where a single tweet/post can spark nationwide chaos, the tragic Southport stabbings reveal how misinformation can ignite…
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BEWARE! Website Purporting to be Portal for Correction of NIN is FAKE!
By Toheeb Babalola Claim Website purported to be the authentic gateway for resolving identification-related concerns pertaining to Nigerian Identity Number.…
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Fact-Check: Major Claims From Viral Video Regarding Tinubu Family’s Involvement in Nigeria’s Oil Industry
By: Rabiu Afeez Claim: An X user @RayTilde posted a video clip with the audio in Hausa language running a…
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Upholding Truth: Journalistic Ethics During Elections
BY: Mustapha Lawal As Nigeria braces for the gubernatorial elections in Edo and Ondo states, the role of the media…
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Fact-Check: Sowore Makes Misleading Claim about Buhari and Buratai Holding Boko Haram’s Flag
BY: Oluwaseye Ogunsanya Claim Omoyele Sowore, presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) in the 2023 election claimed that…
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FactCheck: Did Governor Seyi Makinde Mandate Oyo Local Government Chairmen to Disassociate from ALGON?
BY: Sunday Taiwo Claim: Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State mandated all 33 Local Government Chairmen to hold a joint…
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Deepfake Content! Video Depicts Donald Trump Speaking on Tinubu and Peter Obi
By: Aanuoluwatomiwa Oke and Aminat Miskilu Claim: Donald Trump opposes Tinubu and endorses Peter Obi. screenshot of deepfake video/FactCheckAfrica Verdict: …
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Waves of Protests in Africa: A Fact-based Guide to the Causes, Key Players, and Demands
As a fact-checking platform dedicated to fighting misinformation in Africa, FactcheckAfrica recognizes the crucial role of accurate information in shaping…
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Fact-Check: Will the UN Take Power From Tinubu If Protest Continues for 15 Days?
BY: Oluwaseye Ogunsanya Claim An X page, Defend Lagos claims that the United Nations (UN) will take power from TINUBU…
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